Gabe is a husband, father, nonprofit leader, and senior behavioral health advisor. But his path to healing didn’t come easily. In this powerful episode, Gabe shares how a privileged childhood masked a growing storm within. One that eventually led to twelve years of alcoholism, seizures, hospital stays, and even to the brink of death.

He opens up about the intervention that saved his life, the treatment center that wasn’t what it seemed, and the long road of recovery that followed. Now over eleven years sober, Gabe is using his voice to break down the very barriers that almost kept him from getting help. Through his nonprofit IMPACT and his work at Paradigm Treatment, he’s helping families navigate the behavioral health system with clarity and compassion.

Your Host: Angie Sedor Our Guest: Gabriel Minchow Find Garbriel on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gminchow IMPACT

Trigger Warning This episode includes discussions of alcoholism, seizures due to withdrawal, and unsafe treatment practices. Listener discretion is advised. The views expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast.

What to Expect · A firsthand account of long-term alcoholism and recovery. · A glimpse into the behind-the-scenes world of behavioral health treatment. · Why access to care is so difficult and how Gabe is trying to change that. · The tools Gabe used to stay sober for over a decade.

Key Takeaways · Addiction doesn’t discriminate. Success on the outside doesn’t mean peace on the inside. · Treatment programs vary widely in quality, and informed decisions matter. · Recovery is possible with structure, support, and willingness. · If you’re breathing, there’s still hope.

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